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DG53 HHJ

2003 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

120,807 mi
Last recorded120,807 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2018
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-385,740 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG53 HHJ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2018 120,807 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Nov 2018 120,805 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device excessively deteriorated (3.1 (c))

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust heat shield insecure / rear support bracket broken

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2018 117,275 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2016 114,522 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2015 110,896 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2015 110,896 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Nov 2014 108,383 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 106,227 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 31 Oct 2012 102,730 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 99,440 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2010 90,523 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 79,756 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 69,769 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Aug 2007 57,175 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 45,398 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3?

Based on 2,294,034 MOT tests across 155,316 vehicles.

73.6%
Pass Rate
6,682
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
155,316
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 75,543
coil spring broken 47,423
position lamp(s) not working 38,332
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 35,584
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 34,513
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DG53 HHJ is a 2003 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2003 Saab 9-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 85,740 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9-3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 75,543 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DG53 HHJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-3 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 23 years old, this Saab 9-3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DG53 HHJ registered?

DG53 HHJ is a 2003 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 October 2003.

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